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Traps to protect shorebirds

Anthony Brown, with son Spencer, ready to set traps on the Rototai Coastal trapline. Photo: Supplied.

ROSA VOLZ

Rototai spit shorebird colonies are better protected than ever before. Earlier this week, Heidi Hill, Anthony and Spencer Brown, a local family, rolled out the Rototai Coastal trapline.

The line starts northwest of the Rototai car park, and traverses the shoreline 1.3km along private property through to the spit adjacent to the Takaka river mouth.

“The idea is to prevent critters from accessing the shorebird colonies at the sanctuary. With our efforts here we can protect this very special place that Caspian terns, banded dotterels, godwits and South Island pied oystercatchers rely on for undisturbed feeding, roosting and breeding,” says Anthony.

Ground-bird predators come in the form of cats, rats, stoats and hedgehogs. They also come in the form of humans on quad bikes and motor bikes racing across the spit, not appreciating the fragile environment they are disrupting.

Anthony and his family have designed, prototyped, funded and built all 60 of the traps – a mammoth task and labour of love.

The traps have been baited with dried rabbit meat, set, secured and placed 25 metres apart, “well within Department of Conservation distancing recommendations of 100-metre spacing,” confirms Anthony. The trapline will be monitored by Rototai families, emptying and rebaiting traps as necessary.

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Because this is an official trapline, Anthony has recorded the GPS location of each trap and entered it into the trap.nz database. The trap then displays on an interactive map, assisting trappers to locate the traps for rebaiting, and to add information about what they have caught. “On a more strategic level, trappers can view where your trapline is before they set up their own,” says Anthony.

When The GB Weekly joins Anthony to walk the trapline, it is approaching dusk. The final trap lays several hundred metres from the spit and there is a cacophony of sound from the birds.

“When I see them like this and know that we are protecting them, I feel like a superhero.”

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Council Matters

Community Board JO RICHARDS

Golden Bay Community Board’s final meeting of the year began, as usual, with public forum.

Public forum As has become the norm under Zoom-only protocols, public forum was a short affair; Christine Pullar was the only contributor. She spoke on behalf of the GB Cycle and Walkway Society about a new initiative to record “near miss” incidents involving vehicles and cyclists. Called GB Cycle Incidents, the scheme is designed to collect quantitative data about incidents, not normally be reported to the police, which, over time, would help to identify high-risk “hot spots”. “We need quantitative data to help apply for funding,” Christine explained.

She explained that posters advertising the scheme would soon be “popping up” around the Bay and asked GBCB to endorse the initiative, which it agreed to do.

TDC Cycleway Strategy Tasman District Council senior transport planner Drew Bryant was present in person to present the council’s Draft Walking and Cycling Strategy 2022-2052. The document, which is available at TDC’s service centres and libraries and on its website, provides engagement information along with the detailed draft strategy.

The goal of the strategy is to improve the health and environment outcomes by reducing the reliance on vehicular transport. It also will contribute towards meeting the Governments’ climate targets.

TDC’s own target is to increase the number of walking and cycling journeys to work and school from the current figure of 19 per cent, to 40 per cent by 2030, and to 60 per cent by 2050. To achieve these targets the strategy proposes expanding cycling and walking networks, making them safer and more interconnected. It will also involve better “speed management” around residential areas, schools and town centres, and will require changes in urban design that allow population centres to be “walkable”.

As with all ambitious plans, it requires finance to make it happen. Drew explained that most of the funding was already approved in TDC’s Long Term Plan, but it wouldn’t happen all at once. “The cycle lanes are the most expensive, so there will be a staged approach.”

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When the sound of scrub bars wasn’t filling the air, the volume of the native bird song on the Anatoki track took the Backcountry Trust/DOC team by surprise. Photo: Supplied.

ALISTAIR HUGHES

With the holiday season fast approaching, the opportunity to explore Golden Bay’s natural splendour via tramping is beckoning for many.

And it will be welcome good news that the Wainui Hut Track and Anatoki Forks section of the Kill Devil Track will, by Christmas, be in the best condition they’ve been in many years.

This is thanks to the efforts of the Backcountry Trust (an organisation that arranges funding to maintain huts and build tracks) and local DOC staff. The organisations have been collaborating on the trail maintenance project since October.

Tākaka senior ranger Neil Murray says DOC was delighted by the trust’s offer.

“The Backcountry Trust had been able to secure some funding from the Jobs for Nature government programme, and they approached us, keen to help out in the Golden Bay area, asking how they could be of assistance.”

The Wainui Hut and Anatoki tracks were identified as suitable projects, and Neil is happy to report that the collaborating has been going “swimmingly”.

“The BCT guys are massively experienced in the outdoors. It was a very special sort of team that we had out there working.”

He describes why this work is so essential. “The most severe weather effect is a windfall, where a storm will knock over trees and block the track. A party recently on the Anatoki section of the Kill Devil couldn’t find the continuation of the track due to windfall, and had to walk for three days all the way back again.”

Neil admits that this is unusual, with the most significant factor requiring maintenance being vegetation growth.

“We are battling it all the time. If you let the tracks go it becomes an absolute nightmare to recut them.”

Brian Alder, a contractor with the Backcountry Trust, gives some insight into the hard work involved.

“It’s quite full-on: You’re on a scrub bar between four to five hours every day, with an hour’s walking in and out at the beginning and end. But it was a good crew of people to work with and it’s the kind of work you feel good about because you’re really making a visible difference.”

The team of three to four BCT members and two DOC staff spent five days track clearing from Wainui to Canaan, and have just spent another four days working between the Anatoki Forks and Waingaro Forks section of the Anatoki Track.

“For the Anatoki job we flew in with Matt Gibb of Helicharter Nelson, with two loads of gear, including scrub bars, a chain saw and fuel. You get about two kilometres done per day, depending on conditions.”

Brian and the BCT team were highly impressed with the level of knowledge and organisational skill that their DOC counterparts brought to the project, and for him, the experience had some additional benefits. He found himself fascinated by visible remnants of dry stone walls and prospectors’ pits on the historic mining track. But most impressive of all was the natural diversity.

“The birdlife was off the chart, and the bird song so loud that there was no way you could sleep in past 5.30 in the morning. And the kiwis would keep you awake at night, calling constantly.”

Far from minding, the team was hugely encouraged by this evidence of a healthy and burgeoning ecosystem. And thanks to the work completed, more trampers will also be able to enjoy it.

Neil Murray is hopeful further collaborations of this kind will continue.

“After this it would certainly be great from our perspective.

It depends a lot on what BCT wants to do, and on funding, of course. But it’s been a great joint project so far.”

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The solar-lit nativity scene inside the historic marble Church in Tākaka is enhanced by the beauty of the interior. Photo Anita Peters.

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Tākaka’s historic marble church is lighting up for Christmas.

Since the doors were closed and the power disconnected in 2012, the Sacred Heart Church has sat forlornly empty.

But now after dark, its interior comes alive with a solar-lit nativity scene and a Christmas tree hung with prayer cards amidst twinkling lights, inviting more than just a passing glance.

“I think people get a sense of comfort if there are some lights on at night in the church,” says parishioner Kate O’Byrne.

“It gives them a nice feeling. We first lit the ceiling up and it looked so beautiful; the stones inside really stood out. So, I put strings of fairy lights up just to enhance its beauty and to draw the attention of people as they walk past. We’re hoping it will raise awareness. And because we’re not occupying the church at the moment, it’s a good opportunity just to peek through and have a look inside.”

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Now 103 years old, this is the only stone church in Tākaka and a local icon. Since being declared a possible earthquake risk in 2012, many decisions have had to be made concerning the repairs and structural work required to meet the subsequent revised building regulations. But hope is strong that next year strengthening can begin.

“There’s been a very good committee of people who have carried this a long time,” says one of its members, Sheryl Nalder.

“It’s been 10 years since the church was closed and five years since we started planning. But there’s still a lot to be done to complete the decision-making.”

In the meantime, the lights will continue to sparkle with the spirit of Christmas throughout the festive season.

“This church has a very special feeling,” adds Kate. “We want to do everything we can to have it more usable.”

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Full marks to GBCH

Recently, the vaccination van visited Bainham, Pakawau and Collingwood to give first, second, and booster jabs.

Congratulations and full marks to all who were involved including staff of Golden Bay Community health.

My particular thanks to those who gave up their Sunday to make sure that those of us who no longer drive were able to have booster jabs in their own home, rather than depending on family and friends. It was much appreciated.

From a grateful older resident.

Minty Henderson

Grandstand thank you

Thank you to everyone already supporting our “Thank You” sign fundraiser. It is fun watching it filling – you can see a template at Earth Gems Flowers and Garden. Go and have a look. Some names remember those supporters who have passed away, and a nostalgia zone has sprung up in the corner where the 2018 occupiers used to hang out. We also have gift vouchers available and will be outside Take Note on Saturday 18 December.

Hazel Pearson, Golden Bay Grand Stand Community Trust

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To anyone who is worried about catching Covid from vaccine-free people even though they are vaccinated. Stay home.

Simon Grant

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It is without doubt, extremely sad that the Village Theatre has had to partially close, hopefully only briefly, as reported in last week’s GB Weekly.

It is, however, inaccurate to say that the State Cinema in Motueka is Golden Bay’s closest picture house. While the State shows mainstream movies and is a wonderful cinema it is not the closest; the Gecko Theatre in Motueka is both slightly closer, and has an ambience very similar to that of the Village Theatre.

Roger Dunham

Covid here to stay

How often I hear “When this [covid] is all over….”. The Santa parade people tell us “We’ll be back”; the Citizens Band assures us they “will be back playing for you in 2022”; Alan Swafford (GBW letters 10/12] is sure that “we can beat the virus”. Wake up people! Covid (and its attendant variants and melodramas) is never going away. Did the common cold or flu ever go away?

Even if every single person in NZ was vaccinated, it would not stop the virus, as medical science has shown.

Gita Krenek

Poor comparison

In his letter (GBW 10/12) Steve Penny once again shows his racial insensitivity and historical ignorance by comparing the efforts of our Government to protect its people from a killer virus to the racial discrimination of apartheid and camps in China where ethnic minorities get tortured and force sterilised. I find those comparisons, or the comparisons to the holocaust, as has been done by some anti-vaxxers, insulting and disgusting. If you want respect this is not the way to earn it.

Steve Penny concluding that our Government, whose vaccination campaign has the backing of about 90 per cent of the team, would end up with approval ratings below 10 per cent, suggests that he was wagging his maths class as well as social studies.

Raimund Heese

The way to healthy living

As an organic gardener I know the best way to maintain a healthy garden is to use multiple management strategies to deal with pest and disease. For instance, I feed the soil with manure, compost and amendments. I plant flowers to attract beneficial insects and prune to increase airflow. It is rare that I reach for sprays and never a broad-spectrum spray applied across the whole garden.

It puzzles me as to why so many of us can understand this multi-faceted approach to gardening, yet we cannot see the parallels with our own bodies and our own health. Our government declares that “vaccination is the way out” yet neglect to promote the most simple measures of feeding our bodies appropriately, exercising, sleeping well, finding ways to de-stress and having sufficient levels of vitamin D (higher than you might think). These are all excellent ways of protecting ourselves against infection and giving us a smoother ride if

we do get ill.

A study earlier this year covering over 48,000 adults confirmed with Covid-19 found that people who were consistently inactive were 226% more likely to be hospitalised, 173% more likely to be admitted to an ICU and 149% more likely to die compared with those people who exercised for the recommended 150 minutes per week. The study also found that some exercise was better than no exercise.

Now more than ever is a great time to take personal responsibility for our health and make a few simple changes with wide-ranging benefits. No more excuses for not walking the dog.

Amanda Clarke

A call to be kind

Staff in all our shops have to wear masks to protect us, the customers, as well as themselves. We are supposed to wear masks in shops as well for the same reason. Some people don’t though and staff are not allowed to ask those customers to follow the rules and wear their masks. So those people get away with it, while the staff have to live silently with the stress of worrying if they may get infected.

People have the right not to be vaccinated, but people do not have the right to break the law by not wearing their masks inside shops and supermarkets. Everyone also has the responsibility to think of others as well as themselves. Please think of the staff who are there to serve you and be considerate.

Their livelihoods may depend on their job.

Christine Pullar

Seal the cycleway

Rose Hughes’ letter (GBW 10/12) highlights how TDC can waste rate-payers’ money. How many more people would benefit from their contribution to the cycleway if the surface was more user friendly?

At last I am not alone in using the road when I can – the surface is also horrible to walk on in places. I too would cycle more regularly if it was sealed, offering me a tidier option to go to work – even in the dry days after a rainfall it can result in a dirty arrival to the office.

I have made TDC aware it is unsafe in places so if there are any accidents due to the state of the surface, it is their responsibility. I summarise some of the concerns I have raised and the responses I have received: Flooding: “...do not have the resources to elevate path or install drainage” Build-up of loose stone being a hazard: “...only to be expected with this type of surface so sweeping it not an option” Motupipi cycle bridge: “...expected completion by end May 2022” Unsealed surface: “...rural location so doesn’t need to be sealed”.

There is more I could say but I don’t have space. I always know I will get a negative response to any of my concerns.

Only good thing about the surface? You can hear cyclists approaching.

When we voted for the cycleway we didn’t vote for “you’ll get what you’re given”. What happened to the 50 per cent rebate from NZTA for staying under budget?

Helen Beck

Hadrian’s wall

I’m thinking, and worrying, about my family and friends in Scotland. Scotland has a population of 5.5 million compared to New Zealand’s 5 million. There have been 10,000 recorded deaths from Covid in Scotland, compared to 44 in NZ. We had the good fortune to be able to close our borders early and easily to keep out the virus while we assembled our defences. Scotland didn’t have the same good fortune, with its southern border open to the rest of the UK. The Romans built Hadrian’s wall 2000 years ago to keep out the raging Scottish hordes. Maybe the Scots should rebuild it now to keep out the raging Covid virus. And here in NZ we should keep our internal defences strong with vaccinations, masks and distancing.

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LE T TERS American military industrial complex.

Many believed the “weapons of mass destruction” lie that brought us into the tragic Iraq war; the winner? The military industrial complex.

Many blindly believe that there should be no debate on the management of new viruses and that invasive inoculations that are never fully effective or safe, should be the only narrative allowed to be publicly discussed; the winner? The same companies that have been found guilty of aggressively marketing their addictive pills causing over 100,000 known deaths last year alone [as recently reported on Radio NZ].

Our “experts” are getting information from American Covid spokesperson, Anthony Fauci. Please Google Anthony Fauci and see for yourself if you want to blindly trust this man.

Victoria Davis

DOC = Discrimination of Campers?

I am deeply shocked by DOC’s Covid-9 policy supporting segregation, requiring double jabs, to use facilities. Core DOC principles of “thriving communities” and “people that care” are not upheld and division and punishment for those who cannot, or choose not to, be jabbed is propagated. The natural environment is highly important for all people’s well-being and our tax dollars support DOC whatever our vax status.

DOC’s stance is fear-based, not factual and lacks good old Kiwi common sense. National Parks have ample space for distancing and fresh air, especially campgrounds with a personal tent. Jab-free walkers can use toilets, so what further risk does camping or sole-occupancy space pose?

World-wide facts show vaccinated people also get and spread Covid-19. In a letter to The Lancet (20/11) Dr Günter Kampf explains why it is wrong, and dangerous, to accuse vaccine-free of spreading Covid. “There is increasing evidence that vaccinated individuals continue to have a relevant role in transmission. In Massachusetts, USA, a total of 469 new Covid-19 cases were detected during various events in July, 2021, and 346 (74 per cent) of these cases were in people who were fully or partly vaccinated...”

DOC’s stance is unscientific, heartbreaking and anti-New Zealand on every level. At least, campgrounds and sole occupancy facilities could be accessible to all. I implore people to let DOC know that discrimination, not based on facts, is unacceptable. Please do the right thing and truly uphold the principles of “thriving communities” and “people that care”.

Kristen Connable

Offensive comparisons

I find the comparison of 2021 New Zealand to totalitarian regimes like China or Apartheid South Africa, rather offensive.

It is an insult to all black South Africans to compare the horrors they went through, to our trials here today.

It is also an insult to our Prime Minister. It cannot be denied that she has steered this country through one of the best Covid pandemic responses in the world. We have 44 deaths, I believe, which equates to nine per million.

While each death is a tragedy, I am happy to have avoided the 5992 deaths per million in Peru, 2871 in Brazil, 2442 in the States, 2137 in the UK and even 80 in Australia.

Can we get real here? No one is sending anyone to a prison camp. The government just wants you to stick your arm out for three seconds and do what millions of lucky people in the world have already done and what many, in poorer and less privileged countries, wish they could.

As Fred Dagg sang, years ago, “We Don’t Know How Lucky We Are”. Check it out on YouTube - it still has that ring of truth.

Ann Sarll

Dam investigation omits key information

Is it any surprise that on limited terms of reference the Waimea Dam investigation findings favour the dam and TDC management?

Decisions are about (limiting) information and timing.

A more robust investigation would have exposed that, at the time of public consultation in 2017, official information evidences that: • The P95 construction estimate price was not $75.9m, but increased to $82.9m • Under NZ law, the TDC Trigger Event term (now known as the Council Compensation term and changed from unlimited to $50m) was required to be publicly disclosed and not subject to confidentiality If this had been disclosed to the public and councillors during dam and LTP public consultations, then TDC management would have run the risk that the dam project would be canned.

CEO McKenzie stated (May 2017 Stuff) “It’s important for us to have an agreed price for building the WCD before we ask our community for feedback on the overall package”.

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for building was expected by LTP 2018 consultation.

The overall outcome is TDC has foisted onto TDC ratepayers the most expensive water scheme in NZ. And those that are accountable get off scot-free.

Kevin Walmsley

Details sought on Covid cases

An open letter to Charlotte Etheredge, General Manager of Nelson Bays Primary Health: I want to thank you for sending emails informing myself and other general practitioners of the current Covid patient information. Yesterday, I received an update from you that there were currently 21 “cases” in the Nelson-Marlborough District.

I believe it is my duty to keep an ongoing communication providing information on Covid to my patients and others who are understandably concerned. In other words, keeping everybody in the loop with all the facts.

To properly do that I am requesting that you provide me with the following details for the current 21 cases, and in all future cases: 1. The number of cases that are either: (a) Asymptomatic – ie, a positive PCR test result from screening but no symptoms (b) Symptomatic – ie, the patient was evaluated for Covid symptoms by the GP 2. The number of cases that are: (a) From patients that are listed as unvaccinated (b) From patients that have had the initial vaccination (c) From patients that have had both vaccinations This additional information may prove important in encouraging more people to get vaccinations and should readily be available while still maintaining patient confidentiality.

Thank you very much for your time and attention to submitting a response to this request.

Bruce Dooley MCNZ#81105 Response from Nelson Marlborough Health: “We would direct the letter writer to the Ministry of Health as they are the agency who hold this information and who make decisions about what to release about cases.”

Village Theatre

The members of the Village Theatre committee are deeply concerned by the article published in last week’s GB Weekly (10/12). The inference that the theatre is closed is wrong.

The theatre is not, and never has been closed, nor does closure feature anywhere in our plans. We are operating on reduced hours, and will be doing so until our newly employed projectionists are trained in all aspects of the role.

The article discusses our screening Allshorts and Dune on Saturday 11 December, after the traffic light system came into effect. Those screenings were operated by the one staff member who is fully vaccinated, and who normally works one day a week – Saturday. She was assisted by a volunteer committee member, who checked vaccine passes at the door.

The operation was entirely legal.

You compare us to the State Theatre, Motueka. The State has an owner/operator and one part-time employee, who works 20 hours per week. Both are fully vaccinated. Therefore, they did not face any termination requirements and simply continued to operate as normal.

We dispute the suggestion that we were unprepared.

The Covid obligations of theatres are closely aligned with hospitality. There is no need to walk far down Commercial Street to find businesses operating restricted hours or providing limited services because of a shortage of trained, vaccinated staff. The Village Theatre is no different.

You quote a disaffected person who will not support us in future. Contrast this with the more than 20 emails of support and offers of help which have already come from members.

Finally, I personally assure both our members and the public that the theatre is being cared for by a small group of enthusiasts who are putting in many hours of voluntary time to ensure the continuation of the Village Theatre as a vital part of the social fabric of the Golden Bay community.

John Crocker, chair The Village Theatre Society Inc

mice. These birds are only now returning, so we should not kill them again.

All creeks in the area flow through private land or into the sea. Many properties rely on these for household and stock water, and commercial shellfish are harvested close by.

Rotting poisoned carcasses are likely to kill any dog that eats them, will pollute waterways and possibly close commercial interests.

By all means work Farewell Spit, but please keep acute poisons away from the populated areas surrounding Pakawau bush.

Rod Baigent

Vaccines protect the vulnerable

Rolf Kleine (GBW letters 10/12) is trying to score a point by exploiting the sad event when 145 people contracted the virus at a Christmas party in Norway. Well, as I am presently in Norway, let me fill you in: Yes, a large group of vaccinated people became infected, most of them with the highly contagious Omicron variant. Not one of them became seriously ill. None needed hospital care. At the same time the number of hospital admissions in Norway is increasing at an alarming rate.

It has never been higher and unvaccinated people make up an overwhelming proportion. 12.7 per cent of the population over 18 years of age are not vaccinated yet they make up 33 per cent of all admissions. Another large category are vulnerable people. They contract the virus because there is too much of it floating about. A high vaccination rate is not sufficient to stop the spread. Several measures are needed, but in Norway the government removed all restrictions in late September.

Since then the virus has had free reign and is now totally out of control. One of the reasons for the rapid spread is a large number of non-vaccinated who are more likely to contract and spread it than fully vaccinated. The unvaccinated are also more likely to get sick and more likely to end up in hospital where they take up hospital capacity that should have been used to care for the vulnerable. So yes, Rolf, we do still protect the vulnerable by being vaccinated.

Bjarne Vandeskog

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There has been a lot of good work undertaken on Puponga Farm Park and adjacent land to control predators, however, it was disturbing to read that aerial (effectively indiscriminate) application of acute poisons was being investigated by Project Onetahua.

Brodifacum anti-coagulant was used at Cape Lambert, Marlborough Sounds by DOC and killed most if not all weka in the area of application. After about 50 years of absence weka are gradually making an appearance in the Puponga area and have every right to do so; they should not be killed by those supposedly trying to protect them.

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The Department of Conservation and Manawhenua ki Mohua are appealing for information about the shooting dead of two kea in Golden Bay. The kea were handed in by members of the public who found them near Ligar Bay on Saturday 6 November. It is thought they may have died four or five days before.

A Massey University pathologist carried out post-mortems on the kea and found they had been shot.

Anyone with information about the kea shooting and who may have shot the birds is asked to contact the DOC 24-hour number 0800 DOCHOT/0800 36 24 68.

DOC Golden Bay operations manager Dave Winterburn says kea are legally protected and DOC views very seriously the killing or harming of kea.

“Deliberately shooting and killing kea is unacceptable. We ask anyone with information about the shooting of the kea or who may have done it to contact us.

“Kea are an endangered species. Their population is estimated at 3000-7000. In areas where predators aren’t controlled, their numbers are declining.

“Killing kea goes against the hard work being done by people in our community carrying out predator trapping and other measures to protect native species, including these intelligent and inquisitive parrots.”

The offence of hunting or killing absolutely protected wildlife carries a maximum penalty of up to two years’ imprisonment or a fine of up to $100,000, or both.

One of the shot kea was wearing bands on its legs to identify it as part of kea monitoring in Golden Bay by the Kea Conservation Trust and the Friends of Cobb. The kea had been banded as a juvenile male in the Pōhara area in July last year.

People are asked to report sightings of banded kea and other kea to a kea database https://keadatabase.nz/ to help build a picture of kea numbers in areas and kea movements.

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A few months ago, in one of my previous columns, I referred to the Water Regulation Bill. As of November 2021 this has come into law and is now the Water Services Act 2021.

Under this act, a new regulator is now responsible for drinking water standards and will “work with their communities to ensure access to safe and quality drinking water,” and that rural people “should not be secondclass citizens when it comes to safety and quality of drinking water.”

This new act will bring some changes that will particularly affect rural areas. Tasman District Council and myself, along with others in rural areas, have provided information back to the government about the complexities generally of private rural water arrangements, including farms and baches.

These comments seem to have been included in the scenarios provided in the Appendix to the guidance for Registering a Water Supply. But there has been no change to the requirement of all water supplies to more than one household to be registered by June 2022, with their suppliers/ owners registered by 2025, and to have a Source Water Risk Management Plan in place by 2028. The only exemption is one household supplying their own water.

So the first step is that all water supplies to more than one domestic household will need to be registered.

https://www.taumataarowai.govt.nz/for-watersuppliers/register-your-supply/guidance-forregistering-a-drinking-water-supply/#e288 So far there are only eight private water supplies in Golden Bay already registered on the existing Ministry of Health register. This register has now been handed over to the Taumata Arowai Regulator, which will continue to maintain it without change in the meantime.

The role of TDC in these new rules is not so clear. Councils will also “work with their communities to ensure they have access to safe and quality drinking water.” (FAQ MIA). TDC owns some water supplies in Golden Bay and will have to follow the new rules for these and the Hamama Agricultural supply along with everyone else.

Under the act there will be new requirements to protect source water for water supplies (bores, roofs and waterways), and TDC’s scientific monitoring information will be available for that. “Acceptable solutions” for small rural supplies are not yet decided and will be consulted on in early 2022.

What is not clear is TDC’s role and the regulator’s role should households find themselves without a water supply should their supplier choose not to be regulated and cease supplying, as there will be costs to prepare Water Safety plans, water testing, and administration.

There are no clear answers to these questions yet.

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Helping each other through COVID-19 With more cases of COVID-19 in the community, it’s possible you and your whānau will be exposed to the virus. To make sure you’re ready, have a plan in case you or someone in your house tests positive and needs to isolate.

Everyone who tests positive for COVID-19, and those who live with them, will need to isolate for at least 10 days to stop the spread of the virus. If someone else in your house tests positive for COVID-19, they’ll be advised how much longer they need to isolate.

Make a plan

Support while isolating

If you’re travelling and away from home, know how you will get home or self isolate where you are.

It’s normal to feel anxious about isolating with COVID-19.

While isolating, you will need to have all of your food and necessities delivered. You cannot go to work, school, church or any community or private events or gatherings. No one outside of the people you live with can visit or enter the home.

Most fully-vaccinated people with COVID-19 are likely to have a mild to moderate illness and will fully recover at home.

Who can help out Be prepared in case you’re exposed to COVID-19. Speak with a neighbour, friend, or whānau about the support you could need. For instance, dropping off food and supplies, and help with activities outside the house. Being ready is about people, conversations, connections and knowing what to do, so your whānau and community can help each other when needed.

You’ll have a support person who will contact you often to check that you and your whānau are safe and supported – even if you’re travelling and away from home. You will also get a telephone number for 24-hour health support.

If you need more help or support to manage at home, you can access a COVID-19 welfare line.

What you’ll need To help you get through, you will need to have food, medications and supplies available to you. Find a detailed checklist to help you prepare at Covid19.govt.nz/prepare

Check what support is available for self-isolating at home and find more preparation tips at Covid19.govt.nz/prepare

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Collingwood Area School would like to thank the following people and individuals for sponsoring our 2021 Prize Giving ceremony.

NBS Takaka John and Carolyn McLellan Bainham Rural Women Rural Service Centre Waitapu Engineering Laser Electrical Collingwood Tavern Chambos Digger Hire Fresh Choice Takaka Mayor Tim King HealthPost Frank Byrne Builders GB Lions Pakawau Rural Women McKee Trust Lone Star Farms Federated Farmers Prime Ministers Vocational Office Max Network Tasman We would also like to take a moment and thank everyone who has supported our kura, in so many different ways, over a very difficult year.

Collingwood Area School prizegiving Academic Achievement in English, Science and Technology, Most Consistent effort in Social Studies, and Technology. Acknowledgement in Art and Mathematics. First overall in Year 9. Skyla Powell. Academic Ac h i e ve m e n t i n Vi s u a l A r t s, Technology, Science, Health and Social Studies. Acknowledgment in English, Mathematics and achievement in PE. Most consistent in Visual Arts and Technology.

First Overall in Year 10, Nora Becker. Special Awards for Year 9-10.

Heywood Trophy for Toi Maori and The Arts, Bianca Honey. Social Science Cup for Achievement in Social Sciences, Nora Becker.

Achievement in Sport Trophy Year 8 - 10, Natalie Iorns. Pounamu Leadership Award Trophy, Nora Becker. Hindmarsh Walker Trophy for Arts, Nora Becker. Collingwood Area School Most Outstanding Effort, Nora Becker. NCEA Level 1 Awards. Academic Achievement in Technology, Acknowledgement in English, Mathematics and PE. Most consistent in Technology. 3rd Overall in NCEA Level 1, Tiana Olney. Academic Achievement in Visual Arts, History and English.

Achievement in Science and acknowledgment in Mathematics and PE. Most consistent in Visual Arts. 2nd Overall in NCEA Level 1, Claire Sparrow. Academic Achievement in Mathematics, Science and PE, Achievement in Visual Arts, Food Tech and Acknowledgment in English. 1st Overall in NCEA Level 1, Bonnie Rhodes. NCEA Level 2 Awards. Academic Achievement in Science and Biology.

Acknowledgment in Mathematics and English. 3rd overall in NCEA Level 2, Lilly Bain. Academic Achievement in Visual Arts, Achievement in English, Chemistry, Biology, Physics. Achievement in Mathematics. 2nd Overall in NCEA Level 2, Nicole Custers.

Academic Achievement in English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, & Technology. 1st Overall in NCEA Level 2, Alvin Rhodes. Special Awards. Achievement Through STAR/ Gateway Award, Colin Wells.

Achievement Through STAR/ Gateway Award, Lilly Bain. Achievement Through STAR/ Gateway Award, Aaliyah Lockwood. Achievement Through STAR/BCITO Gateway Award, Lewis Johansen-Smith.

Achievement Through STAR/BCITO Gateway Award, Alvin Rhodes.

Achievement Through STAR/BCITO Gateway Award, Patrick Honey.

Network Tasman Awards: Momoti Karutakea, Hayley Page, Alvin Rhodes, Bonnie Rhodes. Riley Cup Most Cooperative Senior Pupil, Jayden Page. Te Tai Tapu, Iris Garbutt. RSA, Momoti Karutakea. Colin Baas Cup Personal Achievement and Dedication to Sport, Ben Rillstone. Visual Art Trophy Achievement in Visual Art, Nicole Custers.

Collingwood Area School Board of Trustees Leadership Award, Nicole Custers. Federated Farmers Agricultural Award, Aaliyah Lockwood.

Pacific People’s Entrance Scholarship, Momoti Karutakea. Whanau Trophy the Whanau that accumulated the most points: Wai. Prime Minister’s Vocational Award, Momoti Karutakea. Head Students for 2022: Nicole Custers, Hayley Page, Jayden Page, Lilly Bain. NCEA Level 3 Awards. Academic Achievement in Mathematics, Earth and Space Science, Chemistry, Biology and OE. 1st Overall in NCEA Level 3, Momoti Karutakea. DUX for 2021: Momoti Karutakea.

Golden Bay High School prizegiving THANK YOU GBHS would like to thank the following businesses and individuals who have contributed to the Prize Giving Ceremonies (both Senior and Junior), either with prizes to acknowledge students’ efforts, or by sponsoring pages in the Magazine. Your generosity is greatly appreciated: Abel Tasman Plumbing and Gas, Alliance Plumbing, Art Vault Takaka, Billy Kerrisk Ltd – Ray White Golden Bay, BP Takaka, Building Connexion (ITM Takaka), Chambo’s Digger Hire – Cherie and Graeme Chamberlain, Charlton Family Trust, Country Women's Institute (Uruwhenua Branch), Crombie Lockwood, Earth Gems Flowers and Garden, Fonterra, Federated Farmers GB Province, Frank Byrne Builder, Frazer and Kerry Wilson, Fresh Choice Takaka, GBHS Home and School Association, GBHS Reunion Committee, Gibbons Naylor Ltd, Glasgow Harley Solicitors, Golden Bay A&P Association, Golden Bay Air, Golden Bay Dental Centre, Golden Bay First National, Golden Bay Hammer Hardware, Golden Bay Plumbing and Gas, Golden Bay Property Services, Health Post, Lions Club of Golden Bay, Manawhenua Ki Mohua, McKee Trust, Monza Gallery, Mussel Inn, OfficeMax, NBS Takaka, Noble PM Ltd, NZ King Salmon Co Ltd, Philip and Rose Windle, Rural Service Centre, Sangster Family Trust, Savage Family, Shade Upholstery & PVC, Takaka Concrete Products, Take Note Takaka, Tasman District Council – Mayor’s Office, The Flyfishers Wife, TradeZone Takaka, Trash Palace, Tui Spiritual & Educational Trust, Warn and Associates and WSP (New Zealand).

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DUX: Todd Ward. Proxime Accessit: Manu Bourgeois. Major School Awards. Alex Renton Memorial Trophy, Mo Balfour. The Colin McDonald Award for Endeavour, D u n c a n M o u nt fo r t . N e l s o n Soroptimist Education Trust, Amelia Scotland. Sportspersonship Award, Ellie Hopkins and Todd Ward. Golden Bay High School Arts Award, Eli Pomeroy. Reilly Family Trust Scholarship, Pippa Struck. He Kaitiaki O Te Taiao (Greenager of the Year Award), Zoe Carlton. Manawhenua ki Mohua Trust Trophy, Emma Harwood. Kia Kaha Award, Catherine Hockly. Principal’s Award for Outstanding Leadership, Manu Bourgeois and Emma Harwood. Charlton Plate for Citizenship, Ben Bickley and Manu Bourgeois. Contribution to School Awards. Leadership in Student Executive: Mo Balfour, Manu Bourgeois, Zoe Carlton, Emma Harwood, Ellie Hopkins, Hazel Manson, Amelia Scotland, Todd Ward. Leadership within their House: Jorja Boaz, Kiki Dixon, Tane Dixon, Elisabeth Kabel, Duncan Mountfort, Alice Ogle, Francie Palffy. Scholarship Recipients. NMIT scholarship - Bo Young-Cherry; RSA Scholarship, Emma Harwood.

University Of Canterbury Engineering Māori Scholarship, Mo Balfour.

Prime Minister’s Vocational Excellence Award, Cody Gill. University Of Canterbury Hiranga Scholarship, Mo Balfour. University Of Canterbury Hiranga Scholarship, Todd Ward. University of Otago 150th Entrance Scholarship, Kaifi Muller- Murchie. Lions scholarship, University of Otago New Frontiers Entrance Scholarship and the McKee Charitable Trust Scholarship, Aria Tomlinson. Network Tasman Awards. First in Year 13, Todd Ward; Second in Year 13, Manu Bourgeois. First in Year 12, Imogen Harris; Second in Year 12, Maata Howard. First in Year 11, Carlos Howard; Second in Year 11, Logan Watt. Sports Awards. Senior Boys’ Swimming Champion,

Eli Pomeroy. Senior Girls’ Swimming Champion, Mackenzie Dench.

Senior Boys’ Athletics Champion, Justin Davis. Senior Girls’ Athletics Champion, Anya Murray. Senior Boys’ Sprint Champion, Justin Davis. Senior Girls’ Sprint Champion, Lily Parker. Senior Boys’ Cross Country Champion, Manu Bourgeois. Senior Girls’ Cross Country Champion, Amelia Scotland. Chamberlain Trophy for Contribution to Netball, Maddy Holland. Sportsman of the Year, Manu Bourgeois.

Sportswoman of the Year, Anya Murray. Year 13 First in Subject.

Manu Bourgeois, Physical Education, Geography. Zoe Cain, First in Visual Art (TAG Visual Arts Award). Zoe Carlton, Classical Studies, History, Overall Social Science Scholar (Whaowhia te Kete Mātauranga Trophy). Mia Goodwin, Ready for Work. Engla Hoelstad, English. Elisabeth Kabel, Gateway, Palmer Cup for Endeavour in English. Duncan Mountfort, Mathematics with Statistics. Aidan Patching, Biology. Amelia Scotland, Outdoor Education (Outdoor Pursuits Award). Todd Ward, Physical Education, Chemistry (David Tunley Memorial Cup), Calculus. Amy Webster, Māori. Year 12 First in Subject. Hunter Boaz, Ready for Work. Grady Brown, Mechanical Engineering. Juan Castex Arratia, Classical Studies. Justin Davis, Aquaculture. Imogen Harris, Chemistry, English, Biology. Maata Howard, Physics. Laura Johnson, Painting. Kerah Lusty, Māori.

Kaia Marsh, Physical Education, History. Nina Mitchison, History, Geography. Stella Molloy, English, History, Mathematics with Statistics. Anya Murray, Outdoor Education. Grace O’Neill, History.

Alex Oakden, Building, Construction, & Allied Trade Skills. Shikana Palmer, Gateway. Sara Rothwell, Hospitality. Year 11 First in Subject.

Phoebe Climpson, English. Mackenzie Dench, Physical Education, Mechanical Engineering. Kiki Dixon, Māori. Carlos Howard, NCEA Level 2 Mathematics, NCEA Level 3 Physics. Hinewai Lewis, Hospitality. Molly O’Connor, Science, Digital Technologies. Malakai Thorpe, Building, Construction, & Allied Trade Skills, Mathematics with Statistics. William Tomlinson, Mathematics. Logan Watt, Humanities, English.

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Community Board – December Continued from page 1 ...showed proposed pathways and slow speed zones.

Drew encouraged members of the community to provide feedback during the consultation period which runs until 7 March 2022.

Golden Bay’s Covid-19 plan General Manager Primary Care for Nelson Bays Primary Health Charlotte Etheridge made a detailed presentation on the organisation’s Covid-19 management plan for Golden Bay. During a 15-minute presentation that was packed with information, Charlotte provided assurance that Golden Bay residents – and summer visitors – will receive the care they need. “We’re doing everything we can to ensure the safety of the community… Just because we have the Hill in between, it doesn’t mean that the response will be any different.”

A regional care hub will coordinate the response to positive cases by interacting with a wide range of services, including general practices, welfare and public health.

Under the Primary Care Clinical Model, positive cases will be categorised as low, medium or high risk, and the subsequent treatment plan will reflect this status. Patients in the highest risk category may need to be hospitalised, but others will selfisolate and be subject to regular monitoring.

Charlotte explained that all the resources required to support self-isolating patients are available in Golden Bay. “We also have mobile phones to send out with other equipment so patients can do their video consultations.”

A key part of the plan is to prevent the Bay’s health service becoming overwhelmed in the event of a spike in Covid-19 cases. “We’re making sure that you have the resources to respond,” said Charlotte, who outlined a possible scenario.

“If a patient is safe isolating at home, they are fine. But if they are unsafe, we’ll be able to transfer them over to Richmond...”

Local capacity is being prioritised for residents, Charlotte, explained. “If, for example, it’s someone from Christchurch [who tests positive for Covid] our clinical team will support them rather than the Golden Bay team.”

Charlotte acknowledged there had been some concern expressed regarding campsites, but she said this was in hand, referring specifically to Tōtaranui. “There is a pathway in place if a case would occur there.”

She stressed the importance of early testing and sticking to the isolation rules. “Compliance is really important.”

Another area of concern was raised by GBCB member Grant Knowles who pointed out the limited capacity of the Bay’s ambulance service. “We don’t have enough,” said Grant.

“That’s the biggest struggle in rural areas,” said Charlotte, adding that central resources would be allocated where necessary. “For any Covid positive patients that need to be moved, then we [the hub] will arrange that transport.”

In response to other questions Charlotte explained that identifying the precise locations of Covid cases was a question

for the Ministry of Health; the risk of visiting Aucklanders bring the infection was low; and modelling shows that the NelsonMarlborough region could expect anywhere between 10-240 cases per week.

Chair’s report GBCB member Dave Gowland criticised TDC’s lack of a clear policy on road encroachments – the rules governing the placement of items such as coffee tables, planter boxes, or infrastructure including culverts and cables. Dave said the policy needed to be given a “sanity check”.

TDC environment and planning manager Dennis BushKing explained that GBCB was entitled to have its say and after discussion, a resolution was passed stating that “…GBCB request they are involved in the preparation of any road encroachment policy”.

GBCB chair Abbie Langford informed the board that a draft version of the Memorandum of Understanding – a document which will define the relationship between the community and TDC – was ready for scrutiny by the Local Government Commission, TDC, and Manawhenua ki Mohua. “After we get the feedback we will workshop it,” said Abbie.

The dilapidated state of a section of Pupu Hydro Walkway was the next item. Board member Averill Grant explained that a one-kilometre section of the walkway that is supposed to be maintained by DOC was in a poor and dangerous condition.

“There are lots of ruts and there are lots of complaints.” Averill said that, despite being approached by the Hydro Society “a few years ago” with an offer to take over the maintenance, DOC had refused. “It’s a shame this is being left.”

Following a short discussion, the board agreed to write to DOC raising concerns about the condition of the Pupu Hydro Walkway.”

Action Sheet Board member Celia Butler sought assurance that the resource consent application for Pakawau seawall was “moving through”.

Dennis replied that the council was concentrating its efforts on resource consent processing and the Pakawau application would be treated in the appropriate “chronological order”.

Other items raised included Bridgers Hollow Bridge, which could be deployed elsewhere in the district, and the absence of festive decorations in Takaka this Christmas.

Correspondence The consultation on Easter Trading in Golden Bay received 26 submissions, with two submitters requesting to speak at the hearing which is scheduled for 10am-12pm on Wednesday 26 January 2022.

The meeting close with a karakia and the prospect of having to wait eight weeks before the next scheduled board meeting.

The next meeting of GBCB is at 9.30am on Tuesday 8 February 2022 at the Golden Bay Service Centre.

Mohua Social Services Manaaki Tangata

Supporting People Mohua Social Services would like to thank the community for the amazing generosity at this time and throughout the year.

It enables us respond to community needs and reduce pressure on whanau.

We want to wish you all a safe and happy holiday time.

We will be closed on Wednesday 22 December and reopen on Monday 17 January.

Ehara taku toa i te toa taki tahi, engari he toa takitini.

Our achievements are not ours alone but those of a community.

We will be shut from 20th December until 13th January.

We wish everybody a safe and happy festive period.

Many thanks To all our wonderful customers we wish you a very Merry Christmas Please be aware our workshop is closing 24 December - reopening 10 January Thank you for your continued support - see you in the New Year!

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It’s a great time of year to be doing some home maintenance.

Once you have done the roof, maybe give the fence a new lick of paint while you’re at it. Remember: be safe, protect yourself with a good secure ladder, a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses.

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A few minutes’ drive from Takaka, on the banks of the Anatoki River, a thriving family business has hit on a winning formula that combines fishing, food and fun for all the family. The fishing experience is accessible to everyone.You don’t need a licence and gear, you don’t need experience, you can be any age, we’re open daily and you don’t need to book. The best thing about Anatoki Salmon is that you get to catch your own salmon and eat it on the spot in the cafe. What could be more fun than a fishing session with your family or friends?

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Holiday Hours and Shop Local MAIL DELIVERIES 25, 26, 27 & 28 December: No NZ Post Courier or mail deliveries into our store.

1, 2, 3 & 4 January: No NZ Post Courier or mail deliveries into our store.

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This also means no mail will be picked up on those days nor will there be any PO Box deliveries or counter mail.

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We will be closed from Thursday 23 December until Wednesday 5 January PHONE 0274 482 424 in an emergency for information regarding on-call dentist available IN AN ACCIDENT phone Golden Bay Community Health 525 0060

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Thank you Golden Bay for your amazing support in 2021 Have a very blessed Christmas and New Year

For someone who has everything why not put together a gift of smoke alarms, a fire blanket, and fire extinguisher?

Or if you’re going to stay at a mate’s bach for the summer it would make a perfect thank you gift.

We take safety seriously here at ITM Takaka and are also proud employees of volunteer emergency service workers.

Imagine designs is closed 23 Dec - re-opening 10 Jan 2022

Collingwood We will be CLOSED on CHRISTMAS DAY so we can all enjoy a day off.

We will also be closing at 6pm on Sat. 18th for our end of year function.

We would like to wish everyone a very merry Christmas and lets all hope for a better year in 2022.

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While you’re in store make a donation to the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter with our contactless donation box situated to the right of the main counter.

It makes a $5 donation straight to them.

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NEWSLINE UPDATES KE E PI N G YO U I N FO RM E D ABO UT N E WS AN D E VE NT S I N TH E TAS MAN D I STRI CT

Find out more about Council services and facilities under the new Covid-19 Protection Framework (traffic light system) on our website, tasman.govt.nz.

Holiday hours and services 2021/2022 We're always on call over the holidays. For urgent or emergency issues you can contact us 24 hours a day on 03 543 8400, or via your local Council Service Centre number.

Service centre hours All offices and service centres including AA Agency close at 3.00 pm Friday 24 December.

All offices and services centres reopen on Wednesday 5 January.

Rubbish and recycling over the holiday period This year, rubbish and recycling collections over the Christmas and New Year period remain the same across the District due to Christmas and New Year's Day falling on a Saturday.

Our Resource Recovery Centres will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Opening hours remain the same otherwise. Opening hours vary for each centre, you can find their regular hours on our website.

Friday 24 December – all libraries close at 3.00 pm.

Saturday 25, Sunday 26, Monday 27 and Tuesday 28 December – all libraries closed.

Wednesday 29 and Thursday 30 December – libraries open normal hours.

Friday 31 December – libraries open, Murchison closes at 4.00 pm, Richmond, Tākaka and Motueka close at 5.00 pm.

Saturday 1, Sunday 2, Monday 3 and Tuesday 4 January – all libraries closed.

Wednesday 5 January – all libraries open normal hours.

Summer Events Guide out now!

The Nelson Tasman Summer Events Guide by Tasman District Council and Nelson City Council is available now. The programme is packed with great reasons to be in the Top of the South over the holiday season for locals and visitors alike.

This summer, the Nelson Tasman region is once again hosting a fantastic lineup of events with many firm favourites back again, some in a slightly different format or venue to allow for Covid-19 requirements.

You can download a copy of the Summer Events Guide on our website, tasman.govt.nz/ summer-events-guide.

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Please place your recycling bins and bags on the roadside in a location where our drivers can see them clearly. If you leave the area prior to collection day or have extra, you can drop your official rubbish bags and recycling at any Resource Recovery Centre free of charge.

Outstanding community contributions recognised

Do you have more glass recycling than usual?

The awards recognise those who have been involved in a range of voluntary activities that have benefited their community for 20 years or more.

Please don't over fill your glass recycling crate, if you do, it won’t be emptied. The contents can’t sit above the top lip of the crate, and it shouldn’t weigh more than 12kg. When the crates are overfilled the bottles can fall and break, risking injuries to our collection team and others. You are welcome to put out more than one crate. You can purchase additional crates from any of our Service Centres or Resource Recovery Centres for $25.

Roger Tait is involved in many facets of the Tākaka community and has been part of the Golden Bay Recreation Park for more than fifty years following in his father’s footsteps as voluntary caretaker of the park.

The Murchison service centre will reopen for normal hours between Wednesday 29 and Friday 31 December. It will then be closed between Saturday 1 and Tuesday 4 January, reopening with normal hours on Wednesday 5 January.

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Roger Tait with Mayor Tim King ©

Liquefaction information now available We’ve commissioned work to assess the likelihood of seismic liquefaction in Tasman District. Liquefaction is the process which causes soil to behave more like a liquid than a solid during an earthquake.

Our new liquefaction map illustrates areas in our District according to the following liquefaction vulnerability categories:

The 2021 Outstanding Community Service Awards have been presented to five deserving recipients by Mayor Tim King.

With strong roots in the Māpua and Moutere Hills communities, Eileen and Graeme Thawley are deeply involved in the history of the area, they run the Moutere Hills cemetery and support the Māpua Voluntary Fire Brigade. This is actually the Thawley’s second community award which means they’ve generously served the area for more than 40 years.

Marion Satherley’s certificate recognises her part in eight Māpua community groups and organisations spanning 35-years, ranging from the local Playcentre, Community Hall, and Business Association through to Ruby Coast Initiative Trust.

Since 1988 when he first arrived in town, Peter Carmody has been a stalwart of the Brightwater community. In the early days he ran the ‘Sunday Clinic’ helping men improve their reading and writing skills so they could get ahead in life. Since then, among other things, he’s been heavily involved in administering and coaching sport and has initiated numerous fundraising initiatives for various causes.

• Liquefaction damage is possible • Liquefaction damage is unlikely • Very low liquefaction vulnerability.

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The mapping was undertaken at a regional level (‘Level A’ criteria) following the Ministry for Business, Innovation and Employment’s 2017 guidance for liquefaction-prone land. It’s based on published geological information as well as LiDAR ground elevation data and groundwater level data but does not include site specific subsurface investigations.

Under Covid-19 restrictions, meetings will take place in person and via Zoom video conferencing.

Public forum presenters are required to present via Zoom. Visit tasman.govt.nz/meetingscalendar for details and the Zoom link.

The areas mapped as ‘liquefaction is possible’ do not necessarily mean liquefaction will occur across all these areas. In fact, the gravelly nature of Tasman’s alluvial plains are such, that incidences of liquefaction will be much more limited, but there could be “pockets” of buried fine grained sands and silts (such as an old, infilled river channel). The uncertainty of where such areas are located results in these areas being mapped as liquefaction is possible. Estuary and coastal margins are expected to be vulnerable to liquefaction.

For more information and to view the liquefaction map visit tasman.govt.nz/liquefaction.

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GOLDEN BAY’S NEWS IN BRIEF Santa lights up gallery

people from the crowd up, who seemed to have an answer, to take my place in front of the mic; we called it a ‘hui’ so I thought it was important to hear other people.”

The seminar which began at 1pm, went on for longer than expected. “When I looked at my watch it was 3pm, so it was a long session,” said Chris.

Reflecting on the hui, Chris said: “I think it went really well; Anna did a great job at facilitating it and having live music, played by Sam Hopley, at the beginning and end really helped calm the crowd down. And some people in the audience got up at the end and performed a karakia which was beautiful and quite moving.”

Ratanui Lodge official opening

The ladies of Living Arts Gallery collective with Santa. From left, Ing-Marie Shallcrass, Karina Tunstall, Sheila Kennard and Santa.

Photo: Ronnie Short.

RONNIE SHORT

Last Sunday saw the arrival of Santa Claus at Living Arts Gallery in Tukurua. The morning was a-buzz with delighted children who came to see Santa and enjoy cakes, balloons, sweets and a drink. Coffee was available for parents from the Goodness2-Go coffee cart and everyone had a great time.

JO RICHARDS

To officially mark the reopening of Pōhara’s Ratanui Lodge, managers Neil and Katrina held an early evening celebration last Wednesday, 8 December.

Guests including representatives from Golden Bay JO RICHARDS Promotion Association and Nelson Regional Development Sunday afternoon’s Covid vaccine hui attracted almost 60 Agency, along with local tourism operators and the contractors responsible for major revamp, were treated to people to the space outside Tākaka Memorial Library.

Titled Mohua Vaccine Hui: Why getting vaccinated is drinks and nibbles.

When everyone was comfortably seated on the outside important for our community, the event was billed as “a public terrace, Capstone Hotel Management director of sales and discourse with Anna Dean and Chris von Roy”.

The seminar included a Q&A session which prompted some marketing Nona Jackson Pinel gave a short address thanking lively discussion. “A lot of people asked some good questions,” all those who had made the relaunch possible.

Later in the evening, guests were given a guided tour of said Chris. “With two of the questions where I wasn’t sure of the updated and refurbished facilities. the [published scientific] article being addressed, I invited

Vaccine hui addresses questions

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POLICE REPORT • Police issued a $600 fine to a 19-year-old Collingwood male after he and a friend decided to rip up the Collingwood Area School field with their car. This is a timely reminder to all students and ex-students that all school grounds are off limits unless you have permission to be there. This is particularly the case in relation to any swimming pools and after dark. Don’t get yourself trespassed.

• A wedding-type ring has been handed into the station as found property. If you are missing one, come and see us.

It comes without attachments.

• 11 December: A 43-year-old local female was warned for assault relating to an incident in October.

• 11 December: A 17-year-old local male on a restricted licence was issued a warning for careless driving and a $100 fine for carrying unauthorised passengers after crashing into another vehicle in Pōhara.

• 12 December: A 34-year-old Christchurch male was arrested and charged with sustained loss of traction after doing skids on Patons Rock Road. His car was impounded for 28 days.

• Thanks to our local primary schools for the artworks that now decorate our station foyer. I particularly like the one from CAS that shows Golden Bay starting at Parapara and has a police car, Solly’s truck and a Fonterra tanker driving on the wrong side of the road. The rules are obviously different out west!

• A 21-year-old local male was reported hunting on land without permission in Upper Tākaka. It’s called poaching and it is illegal. If you get caught, police will review yoursuitability to be a firearms licence holder. Do the right thing, only hunt where you have the landowners permission or you have a permit.

• To that end, please report to police anybody you see or suspect to be hunting unlawfully. A vehicle description, number plate and any photo you can get would be helpful.

Ring 111 if it’s happening right now, and 105 if reporting it after the event.

• And lastly, only in Tākaka, a motor vehicle stolen a few weeks ago from Motupipi Street was returned overnight to the spot it was taken from. A criminal with a conscience perhaps.

Stay safe – be kind – Have a great summer.

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The story of the revered pigment, and its place in Māori legend, is told through paintings, traditional instruments, video and music.

Three renowned artists from the Te Tau Ihu region – Robin Slow, Brian Flintoff and Bob Bickerton – have contributed to the exhibition, which runs until the end of April next year.

Robin Slow’s large canvases each incorporate kokowai which, according to legend, is the blood shed by Ranginui and Papatuanuku when the primal couple were brutally separated by one of their 70 children. Robin’s visual narrative illustrates this event and explains the pain, suffering and sacrifice the parents endured to allow their offspring to develop and transform.

On a much smaller scale, the intricately carved taonga puoro on display have been lovingly crafted by Brian Flintoff, who is founder member of Te Hauanu, a group dedicated to the revival of the traditional Māori instruments. His exhibits all have an application of kokowai mixed with oil to reflect the high esteem in which the taonga are held.

Bob Bickerton is a taonga puoro practitioner and has produced music for numerous films, exhibitions and concerts.

His contribution is the haunting soundscape and the 17-minute video, which plays on continual loop, to inform visitors and augment their experience.

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board, Geoff Rennison, and a blessing of the exhibition.

“Thank you for allowing us to exhibit here,” said Robin. “The story of kokowai is very important to Golden Bay. It goes right back to the beginning story.” He explained that the ochre is “a tapu stone” which has always been regarded by Māori as a “protector”.

The naturally occurring haematite also has a more modern story to tell. New Zealand’s largest and best deposits are found at Parapara and, from the 1870s, the pigment was used to manufacture paint, which soon became ubiquitous, according to Robin.

“Every railway station and every railway wagon in New Zealand was painted in this colour.”

As he moved through the exhibition space, Robin described the significance of each of his paintings, starting with the centrepiece “map” of Golden Bay – a representation of the Bay “tipped on its side” and created from acrylic paint, kokowai and gold leaf. The multi-layered work, he explained, is full of symbolism and myth, including references to the area’s traditional taniwha, as well as recognition of historical events.

“You have all these old stories and behind them is a whole layer we are not used to looking at.”

Reaching the last in the series, an imagining of the hongi of Ranginui and Papatuanuku, Robin pointed out that the work had a particular relevance in the exhibition.

“It is made entirely from kokowai from Parapara.”

The Kokowai exhibition is at Golden Bay Museum until 30 April 2022. Open Monday to Friday 10am-4pm, Saturday 10am to 2pm. Closed Sunday and public holidays. For entry requirements see information at museum entrance.

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POMEROY, Irene Mary. Max, Melissa, Carey and families would like to sincerely thank everyone who has sent floral tributes, cards, messages, baking and meals. All your kindness and support has meant a lot to us. We would also like to acknowledge all the wonderful doctors and nurses who cared for Irene during her illness. You all showed so much kindness and compassion during a very difficult time. Please accept this as our personal acknowledgement and thanks to you all.

Golden Bay Community Health Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic

With our long-time treasurer retiring we are seeking someone • • •

RECREATION PARK CENTRE Saturday 18th Dec 10am-2.30pm Bookings available Bookmyvaccine or ph 0800 28 29 26 or walk-in 1st or 2nd and 3rd Booster doses available

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If this sounds like you… please phone Chair on 027 525 9547 or 03 525 9547 for further details Something to ponder over the summer break?

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Women in Business Flower Bradley catches up with local women in business to talk about their experiences and the tools they use to cope with the challenges they face. Women in Business airs on Monday mornings at 11.00 with new content every 2 weeks and is kindly supported by Bodywave.

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I have 10 years’ experience in childcare, ages 2-12. As I adore children, valuing the joy, creativity, patience and love they bring into my life. With my business Clare’s Care last year I have cared for a few children, pets and homes for some locals.

Please contact me at 020 4026 8550 for questions or arrange a meetup.

CAMPBELL, Kristeen. Passed away peacefully at home on 13 December 2021 surrounded by family. Much loved partner of Pete. Adored mother of Jodi and partner Stephen, Eli and wife Paula; grandma to Ashton, Tayla, Anahera and Atawhai; stepmother to Manu, Tara, Ben and Jeanie; and grandmother to Otto, Alina, Moss, and Ida. Her funeral will be held at the Onekaka Hall, Takaka on Friday 17 December at 1pm. Please bring shared kai for afternoon tea. Garden flowers are preferred.

In accordance with Covid-19 requirements and the wishes of the family vaccine passports will be required.Donations to Nelson Hospice can be made at the service. Heartfelt thanks to Golden Bay Community Health and Nelson Hospice for your love, care, and kindness to Kristeen and the family.

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My name is Clare Johnson. I am hoping to find a family whom I can au pair for in the Bay. I have lived here for almost 2 years and feel dedicated to deepening my connections and roots.

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WATTS, Marion Laura, 89 years, passed peacefully on 9 December in the presence of family. Loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. A friend of, and loved by, many in the Bay. She will be missed dearly. Many thanks to the staff at Golden Bay Community Hospital. A gathering to remember her will be held in the new year.

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HAND -carved wooden spoons and spatulas. Ph Glyn 021 139 6278.

FIREWOOD. Dry gum, 2m, $230. Wet gum, 2m, $230. Dry old man pine, 2m, $210. Delivered. Negotiable. Ph 027 472 8578.

FUNERAL directors, Matuku Funerals. Cremation, regular and eco-burials. Professional, caring and budget conscious with exceptional customer service. Proud member of the FDANZ. Laura and Mark Manson, East Tākaka, ph 525 7399, 027 777 4738, 027 525 7399.

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GLASS. Mohua Glass and Glazing, mohuaglass@gmail.com, ph 027 410 9105.

BUILDING or renovating? AES Wastewater Treatment system: No power, 20-year warranty, supplying NZ from Golden Bay. www.et.nz, ph 525 9020.

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LAWNMOWING. Pakawau, Bainham, Tākaka to Wainui. Ph N Shaw 525 7597, 027 212 4020. niallshaw_6@hotmail.com LAWNMOWING, www.goldenbaypropertyservices.co.nz, ph 027 690 0769.

ORANGE Rentals have rental cars, trailers and a furniture trailer available for hire. Ph 027 337 7147.

PAINTER available, call Borrelli Painting for a free quote. All interior/exterior jobs. Ph Luca 022 086 1842.

PAINTING and interior, exterior plastering. Licensed qualified local tradesman. Ph CM Coatings 027 222 0507.

PENINSULA Plasterers for all your interior plastering needs.

No job too small. Quality assured. 20+ years’ experience. For a free quote ph Craig 027 472 4376.

PORTABLE BANDSAW MILLING. Ph Tim 524 8997, 027 714 4232.

PRUNING, garden/property design, edible landscaping, soil testing, garden mentoring. Sol Morgan, GroWise Consultancy, ph 027 514 9112.

RURAL NEW BUILD? FAILING SEPTIC SYSTEM? Wastewater Design, Onekaka-based services. AES system specialists - no ongoing costs, 20-year guarantee.

Ph Kris 524 8222.

COTTAGE Plants Ōnekakā perennial specialist is open Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-4.30pm. Ph 525 9253.

BIKE, ladies 26”, new condition, price negotiable. Ph 525 8828.

LARGE tandem trailer, 3.2 x 2.1m, excellent tyres, some work required, $1500. Ph 027 245 0906.

TRAILER stock crate, 2040 x 1350 x 1190mm. Originally built for car trailer. Needs some attention but usable. Ph Graeme 525 9349.

ealing /w ith HEALTH & H WELLBEING Hauora

Grace

goldenbayiridology.com Ph 525 6150, txt 027 451 9797.

NATURAL Nail Care Studio. Manicures, pedicures, specialising in natural non-toxic products, nail restoration and difficult nail conditions. Ph/txt Amy Anderson 020 4079 0646.

T.H.R.I.V.E Therapies:

Naturopathy, Colon Hydrotherapy, Hair Analysis Testing, Herbal Medicine, Iridology, Grace Shields 021346642Reflexology, ♥ 5258106 Detox & Rejuvenation Programs, BTSM, RMT MNZ Gift Vouchers Available 8-week Microbiome Reset Protocol Naturally Boost Innate Immunity

Shanti: 021 056 7548 thrive.therapies@gmail.com | www.thrivetherapies.co.nz

Healing with Grace &

021 346642 ♥ 525 8106

MITSUBISHI L200 4x4 diesel twin-cab ute, 1992, new WOF, reliable go anywhere old school truck. Highest offer over $7000. Ph 027 472 8578.

TREE TOPS FURNITURE. Saturday at Village Market. Indoor, outdoor bench seats; dissectable dining table; swamp Kauri dolphin coffee table; chopping boards. Ph 027 472 8578.

FIREWOOD. Delivering now. Douglas fir, beech, gum and Lawson cypress. Ph Bay Firewood 027 769 6348.

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora AROHA Health Spa. Massage: deep tissue, relaxation and clinical; structural bodywork, myofascial release, infrared sauna, spa bath, facials, holistic health and more. Open from 9.30am onwards. Closed Monday and Tuesday. 792 Abel Tasman Drive, Pōhara. Ph 525 8870.

CAROLYN Simon, Craniosacral therapist, naturopath, medical herbalist. For appointments or flower essences text 027 483 5865, ph 525 8544.

COMPLETE Healthcare with NIS by Neurolink, using neuroscience principles to achieve optimum health. 2021 Masters series. Practitioner Anne Michell. Ph 525 8733 or 027 751 7970.

Do you want to know your full potential?

Offering clarity and spiritual advice through detailed energy readings - in person or online

021 158 2357

Reiki Master & Pranic healer

Removal of ear wa Weekly Private Clinics x by micro-suction 03 525 8327 or book online: www.earhealth.co.nz

Dr Bruce Dooley, MD. Private GP consulting.

Intravenous vitamin C treatments.

Appointments ph 525 7125 or enquire: health@drdooley.co.nz 14 Junction Street (side door)

ERICA van Sint Annaland Physiotherapy, Golden Bay Community Health. ACC and private visits. Ph 027 776 6111.

LISA Williams, registered medical herbalist, iridologist, Reiki master, reflexology, herbal apothecary. www.

Collingwood Health Centre Please note there will be no Physiotherapy service available in Collingwood until further notice

SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED. Ph Chris 027 444 5334 or John 027 647 4913.

SEWING SERVICE, NEEDLES, THREADS, WOOL, BEADS. Stitch ‘n Sew ph 525 8177.

STORAGE /container hire. Your place (anywhere) or mine (Tākaka). Ph Cheryl at Orange Mechanical Ltd 525 9991.

STUMP grinding specialist. Tree care and property maintenance.

Ph Carl 027 263 5353.

SURVEYING: topographical survey, construction and building set out, boundary location. Ph Alexis 021 0239 1364.

TĀKAKA Garden Services, for all your lawn and garden needs.

Ph 027 525 8006 or 525 8806.

Season’s Greetings From the team

Please note a change in our hours over the holiday period: If you have an accident or are in need of urgent care

Urgent Care appointments only:

22 December 2021 – 16 January 2022 Please note additional surcharge applies

TĀKAKA Self Storage, Commercial Street. Units and containers.

Secure yard with cameras. Ph 525 6181.

Open again for appointments as normal from: 17 January 2022

TILER. Wayne Robinson Tiling. Tiling new bathrooms, kitchens, etc. Ph 027 576 1620.

WINDOW cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.

Call us on 0800 PhysEx (749 739) for further information or to book your appointment.

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Yours in Health The PhysEx Team THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 17 DECEMBER 2021

No vaccine passport required

Our door is open to all

Holiday Hours

Please help us to keep everyone safe by following all required health and safety measures.

In line with most solicitors, our office will be closed from Thursday 23rd December 2021 and will re-open on Monday 10th January 2022.

Most importantly be kind.

We will be available remotely for all your property needs.

Jenna Bowden || NZQA Qualified Property Manager || jenna.bowden@raywhite.com || 027 525 7229

Do you have any rental questions?

See us as your Property Management Consultants

Level 1, 11 Buxton Lane, Takaka | 03 525 7219 | 027 608 5606 | www.rwgoldenbay.co.nz | Billy Kerrisk Licensed Agent REAA 2008 SPORTS RESULTS / Hua tākaro GOLF. 8 December. Wednesday stableford: Roger Tait 42, L Davidson 38, W Dobbie 35. Closest to pin: 3/12 and 8/17 W Collie, 4/13 R Miller, 9/18 J Garner. Twos: W Collie (2), R Miller, M Fisher, W Dobbie. Best gross: W Collie 76.

Business

LOST AND FOUND / Ngaronga/Kitenga FOUND. How bizarre, how bizzare, found my car. It materialised on the exact spot it was stolen from. How bizarre.

PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia WOMAN, 67, no dependants, lived Nelson 34 years, current accommodation 10 years seeks opportunities in Golden Bay. Txt 021 214 1270, email magicdancer54@gmail.com MATURE single woman looking for accommodation. Open to different arrangements: house/pet minding, caravan, tiny home, wwoofing. Have references. Ph 022 035 0133.

MATURE single male looking for permanent accommodation.

Have references. Ph 020 4120 0710.

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea CASUAL cleaner wanted for holiday home over the summer months. Ph Mark 027 337 3689.

NEWSPAPER delivery work. Suit 11- to 14-year-old in Sunbelt Crescent area. Ph 525 8177.

Buxton Lane Takaka

Pipeworx Here is your chance to enjoy the wonderful Golden Bay lifestyle and mix business with pleasure. Pipeworx is a successful family owned business operating since 2007, and the only large plumbing supplier in Takaka.

Supplying tools, hardware, heating, waste and water tanks, Pipeworx also services and supplies a wide range of pumps, and is the only Dive Tank refilling station in Golden Bay. Call or email Mike Rollo for more information.

Platinum Blue Limited Licensed Agent REAA 2008

Perhaps you are interested in joining our growing team. The following roles are currently available:

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Administrator (part-time) Case Manager/Reg. Nurse (part-time) Health Nurse (part-time & casual) Registered Health Professional (casual)

For more information, a detailed job description and our TWM application forms, please visit our webpage www.twm.org.nz/careers.

If you are an enthusiastic, hard-working and positive person, then one of these roles could be YOURS! Consent for Police Vetting & the Covid19 Vaccination are required.

Application close: OPEN until filled!

TWM National DBT Service – 163 Commercial Street TWM Community Mental Health Service – 34 Motupipi Street TWM Employment Service – 84 Commercial Street THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 17 DECEMBER 2021

Mike Rollo

M 027 435 2927 P 03 548 3034 mike.rollo@harcourts.co.nz

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea

Current Vacancies

Looking to make a difference in your community?

Price by Negotitation View harcourts.co.nz/NN24995

Coach & Support Worker

-/ $( *0/# *-& Approx. 30 hours p/w flexible hours Will include evenings, weekends and school holidays Starting Term 1 2022 Are you passionate about working with youth? Do you have knowledge and experience in youth work and/or a youth work related qualification?

We are looking for a candidate who will: • Take the lead on planning and delivery of identified youth centric programmes • Carry out this work in a way which involves young people and meets their identified needs • Provide 1-1 support for youth as required, helping our taiohi to work through challenges and set up achievable goals • Develop and maintain relationships with key contacts across the community

Please e-mail hr@gbwct.org.nz for position description and application form.

Applications close at 5pm on Wednesday 22nd December 2021 Please note that we review applications as we receive these and we may withdraw the advert before the closing date if we find a suitable candidate.

PPT 10-35 hrs / week (incl sleepovers & weekend)

The National DBT Service, located in Takaka is a sixbed residential Mental Health programme providing intensive Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).

We are seeking flexible and open-minded individuals with therapeutic training and/or experience for casual or part time evening and weekend shift-work. Te Whare Mahana (TWM) will invest in training for the right candidate.

For more information, a detailed job description and our TWM application forms, please visit our webpage www.twm.org.nz/careers.

If this is you, we would like to hear from you.

Application close: OPEN until filled!

Consent for Police Vetting & the Covid19 Vaccination are required.

TWM National DBT Service – 163 Commercial Street TWM Community Mental Health Service – 34 Motupipi Street TWM Employment Service – 84 Commercial Street

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EMPLOYMENT WANTED / Hiahia mahi

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

GALLERIES / Whakakitenga

LIVING ARTS GALLERY and

LIVING LIGHT CANDLES 85 Tukurua Road I Open every day 10am – 4:30pm

CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS

EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē ANATOKI SALMON fishing and café. Catch your own lunch or order from the menu. Open every day from 9am-5pm. www. anatokisalmon.co.nz COLLINGWOOD TAVERN. 11am-7pm, Sunday-Thursday; 11am-late, Friday and Saturday. Live music - check out our Facebook page for details.

COURTHOUSE CAFÉ, Collingwood. Still open 7 days, 8am-4pm.

Saturday nights are takeaway pizza nights, 5-7pm. Ph 524 8194.

CURRY LEAF. Open 7 days, 12-8pm. Chef-made food, takeaway prices. Order online thecurryleaf.co.nz or ph 525 8481.

DANGEROUS KITCHEN, open for takeaways, 9am-8pm, Tuesday-Saturday. Come and see us. Order online or phone us 525 8686.

GOLDEN BAY ANGLICAN CHURCH warmly invites you to join them this Sunday 5pm at Collingwood for a Combined Parish Christmas Celebration: carol singing, interactive Christmas storytelling with the kids, a few good Christmas videos and a short message. If the weather is co-operative, we’ll gather outside the church for a bring-your-own picnic tea beforehand at 4pm. There will no service in Takaka.

SACRED Heart Catholic faith community celebrates Mass at 5pm each Sunday. Christmas Eve Mass, 7pm. Christmas Day Mass, 9.30am. Due to Covid-19 restrictions numbers are limited to 50 attendees. Masks and sign in please.

ST Andrews Presbyterian Church invites you to join with us for morning worship at 10am. Rev Barry Ayers.

Kahurangi Christian Church

DE-LISH DELICATESSEN. Sumptuous, delicious food.

Lunches, catering, coffee, chocolate, cheeses and epicure items. Weekdays from 6.30am. Ph 525 7111.

Sunday evening 19 December

OLD SCHOOL CAFÉ, Pakawau. Open 4pm-late Friday; 11amlate Saturday, Sunday. Closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. Ph 524 8457.

Contact Drea Miller to register, 021 238 6165

Worship, movie and carols

EARTHSEA Gallery: Landscape paintings and reproduction giclee prints. 76 Boyle St (Golf Course Rd), Clifton. Ph 525 7007. www.earthseagallery.com

MONDAY 20 DECEMBER CASUAL BADMINTON, Rec Park Centre, 9am–11am, open to anyone, $2.50pp.

GB WEEKLY DEADLINES: Early ones this week! Ads for 24 December issue need to be with us by 10am today. Ads for 31 December issue must be with us by 10am tomorrow (Tuesday).

TUESDAY 21 DECEMBER SOCIAL PICKLEBALL, Rec Park Centre, 1pm–3pm, open to anyone, $2.50pp.

BADMINTON, REC PARK CENTRE, 7-9pm. All welcome. Ph Kerry 525 7007.

WEDNESDAY 22 DECEMBER COSTUME HIRE CLOSED. Returns can be left with Joan, ph 525 8338 or Diane, ph 525 8097 (evenings) or at Tākaka Library.

Please bring your invoice or no bond will be repaid. ŌNEKAKĀ PLAYGROUP, all welcome, Wednesdays 10am12.30pm, Onekaka Hall.

THURSDAY 23 DECEMBER DAYTIME BADMINTON, Rec Park Centre, 9-11am. All welcome. Ph Kerry 525 7007.

FRIDAY 24 DECEMBER TUMBLETIME, Rec Park Centre, 10am -11.30am, for underfive’s, $2 per child.

The Mussel Inn

“You give perfect peace to him whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You’.

THE MUSSEL INN. Open from 11am.

GALLERIES / Whakakitenga

SIKA SUMMER SOLSTICE SOUND JOURNEY. Pohara Hall, open to all, 7.30-9.30pm. Tickets and info: www.sikamusic.com

O’SHA, open Tuesday-Sunday, lunch 11.30am-2.30pm and dinner 5-8.30pm. Ph 525 6117.

WHOLEMEAL CAFÉ, open 7 days for dine-in meals and takeaways, 7.30am-3pm.

SATURDAY 18 DECEMBER

Isaiah 26:3

Takaka Church of Christ

All Welcome ☺

Sunday Service 10am

Pastor: Rodney Watson 027 511 4266 93 Commercial St, Takaka www.godunlimited.org Ph: 525 9265

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

Coming Up...

Sat 18th THE COWPOKERS are free!

Wed 22nd FORGOTTEN ATLAS solstice celebration, $15 Sat 25th CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS For a couple of weeks after Christmas the Mussel Inn will be open from 2pm - not the usual 11am Wed 29th REVULVA Fri 31st New Year’s Eve special

Lots of Great Deals!

CULTURE EMBASSY supported by LUNAR INTRUDER and others

Tickets available at eventfinda $30 Limited gate sales $35

JANUARY

Rec Centre, Old Wharf Road, Motueka statecinemamotueka.co.nz Ph 03 528 8648

Screening schedule 17-22 December Spiderman (No Way Home) (M) 148 mins Fri 17 1.00pm 7.40pm

Sat 18 12.25pm 8.15pm

Sat 1st CLOSED Sun 2nd KITA Wed 5th ADAM HATTAWAY and the HAUNTERS Sat 8th TUMBAO

TĀKAKA LIBRARY

XMAS

Sun 19 1.30pm 7.10pm Mon 20 1.00pm 5.40pm Tue 21 12.30pm 8.00pm Wed 22 1.00pm 8.00pm

FACTORY OUTLET

A Boy Called Christmas (PG) 104 mins Monday 20 3.40pm

34 One Spec Road

Dune (M) 155 mins

Open 9am-4pm

Sat 18 5.30pm

Mon-Fri Closed for Holidays 24 Dec - 9 Jan

Sun 19 4.20pm

Tue 21 3.15pm The Rescue (E) 114 mins Fri 17 3.40pm

Tue 21 6.00pm

The French Dispatch (M) 108 mins Fri 17 5.40pm

Mon 20 8.20pm

Wed 22 3.45pm The Power of The Dog (R13) 127 mins Sat 18 3.10pm

Wed 22 5.45pm

Encanto (PG) 109 mins Sat 18 10.30am

Sun 19 10.00am

Mon 20 11.00am

Wed 22 11.00am

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Sun 19 11.50am

20-22 December

Drop off and pick up During opening hours

Come back the next morning to see what they got up to overnight when the library was closed.

Your soft toy friend will have a photo with them when you pick them up so you can see what festive fun they got up to. One friend per child please.

Free Fun

Henchmen (PG) 89 mins www.livinglight.co.nz

Is your soft toy brave enough to stay the night in the library?

Phone 03 525 0059

Tue 21 11.00am THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 17 DECEMBER 2021

New Year’s Day Ambrose tournament

Takaka Golf Club • • • • • •

$100 per team of four 12 noon start Limit 15 teams Sausage sizzle and refreshments Loads of prizes My Vaccine Pass essential

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Maximum handicap men 24, women 36

To enter, email info@takakagolfclub.co.nz

SAFE HEAVENLY HAVEN

Ever thought of playing golf? Now is the time to ditch the DIY. Set the phone to silent and take up the challenge of a new sporting and social activity.

You will benefit from:

Education Trust

Membership of the best little course in the country Tranquil surroundings Meeting friends both old and new Special subscriptions for new members Limited free introductory coaching from members Free use of our clubs while you decide whether golf is for you Reduced green fees at courses all over New Zealand

7 TASMAN STREET, COLLINGWOOD ENQUIRIES: 0211076312

Golden Age Yoga to assist with Strength, Balance and Stability.

With subscriptions from just $230 for new golfers (conditions apply) what have you got to lose?

SELF DEFENCE CLASSES

Private women’s only and kid and parent self defence classes now also available through AirBnb.

Subsidised courses for the Golden Bay Community.

When:Starting February 14 2022 For more information or to apply to join visit our website www.takakagolfclub.co.nz or if Time:- 10am - 11am you have any queries call our friendly Club Captains, Rhonda Lash on 03 525 9573 or Will Where: Senior Citizens Hall, Takaka Collie on 027 976 5999.

Contact:- Sheila Kennard at bayyoganz@gmail .com 027 364 47171

34 years of experience.

Put down those garden tools, pick up some clubs and have a go.

Fri 17 2.00 Petite Maman (PG) 5.00 Encanto (PG) 8.00 Dune (M) Sat 18 2.00 A Boy called Christmas (PG) 4.30 Spiderman: No Way Home (M) 8.00 Falling for Figaro (M) Thu 23 2.00 Encanto (PG) 4.30 Dune (M) 8.00 Spiderman: No Way Home (M) All sessions: Entry by Covid Vaccine Passport only

We look forward to seeing you at the Saturday market and on our home deliveries around Golden Bay, Tasman and Nelson.

ORDER ONLINE - www.elliscreekfarm.co.nz

TAKAKA FUELS & FISHING

Golden Bay weather forecast

2 Commercial Street, Takaka ꟾ Ph 525 7305

Valid from Friday 17 Dec until Tuesday 21 Dec Friday: Westerlies, becoming fresh and gusty northwest and west of Parapara. Some showers over Kahurangi and a few elsewhere at first, clearing in the afternoon.

Saturday: Southwesterlies, strong at times west of Collingwood. Mainly fine apart from a few showers in the west.

Sunday: Southwesterlies gradually easing. Mainly fine. Warm in sheltered areas for a time.

Monday: Northwesterlies freshening. Cloud increasing with showers developing from afternoon.

Tuesday: Westerlies. A few showers over Kahurangi, fine and cloudy intervals elsewhere.

Sollys Contractors are proud sponsors of this weather forecast.

Enquiries phone: 03 525 9843 Disclaimer: This forecast is a personal interpretation complied from public information provided by NZ Metservice and other public sources.

It is a local forecast and no liability is implied or accepted.

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50 Commercial Street, Takaka Golden Bay First National Licensed REAA 2008 - MREINZ

info@goldenbayproperty.com

Ph: (03) 525 8800

BEST KEPT SECRET! 51 DODSON RD, CENTRAL TĀKAKA • 3 bedroom/3 bathroom home • Recently renovated throughout • Upstairs & downstairs options • Rural views to Kahaurangi N.Park • Quiet, rural living Ref: GB3866 Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 or belinda@goldenbayproperty.com

THE ‘TOTARA’ LIFESTYLER 368 HAMAMA RD, HAMAMA

• Approx. 8800m2 lifestyle block • Just 12 minutes from Town • Flat, lush pasture • Rural outlook & stunning views • Subject to Title Ref: GBR3861 O/O $460,000 Jana McConnon 021 245 2197 or Paul McConnon 0275 042 872

‘Tis the Season’ The Team at Golden Bay First National are pleased to donate groceries & treats for the wonderful people at Mohua Social Services to distribute to those in our community who could do with a little extra at this time of year Merry Xmas - Mere Kirihimete

10 WASHBOURNHEADING ROAD, COLLINGWOOD

30 FEARY CRESCENT, HEADING TAKAKA

A QUICK RESULT FOR THE VENDOR & GREAT RESULT FOR THE NEW OWNERS! AND ANOTHER SALE IN THIS POPULAR LOCATION, SO CLOSE TO TOWN.

THIS IS THE ONE IN ONEKAKA! VENDORS READY FOR NEW ADVENTURES & NEW OWNERS READY TO LOVE ONEKAKA! Listed & SOLD by James James Mackay 027 359 0892 or james@goldenbayproperty.com

Listed by James - SOLD by Jana & Paul - Great Team Work!

James Mackay 027 359 0892 or james@goldenbayproperty.com

182 LONG PLAIN ROAD, KOTINGA HEADING

As you can see from our sales over recent weeks, the property market continues to be HOT, HOT, HOT!!

And with our local experience in Real Estate in Mohua/Golden Bay spanning 25 years, our Sales & Management Team have a long & established track record for outstanding results for our Vendors & Purchasers.

So, if you are considering a SOLD banner for your property, call us for a free, no obligation appraisal with one of our Friendly Sales Team.

GREEN ACRE IS THE PLACE TO BE!!

THIS CUTE WEE COTTAGE IS READY FOR IT’S NEW LEASE OF LIFE! HAPPY VENDORS / HAPPY PURCHASERS!

LOCALS supporting LOCALS!

Listed & Sold by James James Mackay 027 359 0892 or james@goldenbayproperty.com Sharon MCCONNON Sales Manager 0275 258 255

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Paul MCCONNON Salesperson 0275 042 872

James MACKAY Principal/AREINZ B.Com 027 359 0892

Belinda J BARNES Agent/AREINZ 021 236 2840

Jana MCCONNON Salesperson 021 245 2197

Cherie BYRNE Admin/ Reception 03 525 8800

THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 17 DECEMBER 2021